Sport accessory stand
US8342339B2 · kind B2 · utility
Inventor
Key dates
| Filing date | Jan 11, 2008 |
| Grant date | Jan 1, 2013 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Aug 27, 2029 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC B)Performing Operations; Transporting
- CPC primaryB62H3/04
- WIPO fieldTransport
- WIPO sectorMechanical engineering
Abstract
Aspects of the invention include a sport accessory support stand. In some aspects, the sport accessory support stand is configured for retaining a sport accessory. In certain embodiments, the sport accessory support stand includes a base member and a support member wherein the support member is configured for being associated with the base member. In certain embodiments, the support member includes a plurality of post elements which extend away from the base member, wherein each of the post elements are positioned relative to one another so as to form a receptacle there between for receiving a portion of a sport accessory. In certain embodiments, the receptacle comprises a first width and a second width. For instance, in certain embodiments, the receptacle comprises a first width that is configured for receiving a portion of a bicycle, e.g., a front wheel portion, and the receptacle comprises a second width that is configured for receiving a portion of a scooter, e.g., a front portion of an inline foot scooter. In certain embodiments, the support stand is collapsible. Methods of assembling and using the support stand for supporting and/or storing one or more sports accessories are …
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